Tunde Adebimpe announces debut solo album Thee Black Boltz, releases single 'Drop'

Tunde Adebimpe, the frontman of TV on the Radio, has announced his debut solo album, 'Thee Black Boltz', set to be released on April 18, 2025. The album features the recently released single 'Drop' and includes previously announced track 'Magnetic'. Adebimpe co-produced the album with Wilder Zoby, who also serves as executive producer, alongside contributions from Jaleel Bunton and Jahphet Landis. Thematically, the album reflects Adebimpe's personal grief and the broader anxieties of a post-pandemic world, encapsulating his journey through loss, especially following the death of his younger sister. He describes the creative process as both terrifying and exhilarating, stating it was a way to build a platform for himself amidst uncertainty. The tracklist comprises 11 songs, including titles like 'ILY' and 'Streetlight Nuevo'.